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PROBLEM (8.76) An element in three-dimensional stress is subjected to stresses x = 120 MPa

= 60 MPa,

xy

= -30 MPa,

= -15 MPa

as shown in Fig. P8.76. Using Mohrs circle, determine:

(a) The principal stresses.
(b) The absolute maximum shear stress.

SOLUTION

1
2
1
= (120 + 60) = 90 MPa
2
y 2 2
R= ( x
) + xy
2

avg = ( x + y )

(MPa)

O 2

1 (MPa)

120 60 2
) + (30) 2
= (
2
= 42.43 MPa

avg =42.43

(a) 1,2 = avg R

1 = 90 + 42.43 = 132.4 MPa

2 = 47.6 MPa
3 = 15 MPa
1
(b) ( max ) a = ( 1 3 )
2
1
= [132.4 (15)] = 73.7 MPa
2

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